Rest, Recharge, and Reconnect: The Power of Forest Bathing
This week, Givens Estates hosted a Wellness Fair, and our Life Plan Community Nurse, Kimberly Bailey, represented Givens Home First with a Forest Bathing Corner to share the importance of rest and recharging. You might be wondering—what is forest bathing? Don’t worry, it doesn’t involve an actual bath! Forest bathing, or “Shinrin-Yoku,” is a Japanese […]
A Warm Welcome to Our Newest Dementia Friends!
This week, Kimberly Bailey, our Life Plan Community Nurse, welcomed 14 Givens Estates residents into the Dementia Friends program! We’re thrilled to offer this program to residents, team members, and families, providing them with valuable insights and understanding around dementia. Interested in becoming a Dementia Friend? Schedule your one-hour information session with one of our […]
We’re Recruiting! New Positions Available
🌟 Join Our Growing Team at Givens Home First! 🌟 We’re thrilled to announce exciting new opportunities to join the team! If you’re passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults, come be part of our mission to expand the possibilities of aging by fostering supportive communities, services, and outreach. Join […]
Celebrating Strong and Resilient Women with the Chamber of Commerce
What an event! We were honored to celebrate so many inspiring women at the recent Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce WomanUP Awards Ceremony, with three incredible nominees from Givens—including our very own Julie Moses! The room was filled with stories that left us inspired and ready to tackle what’s ahead of us in our resilient […]
Celebrate National Home Care Month!
November is all about honoring the dedicated team members who make a difference every day, bringing comfort, care, and connection to clients and families in their homes. In celebration, we’ve put together a special video to show our appreciation and share our gratitude with our team, clients, and their loved ones. Join us in recognizing […]
Supporting Our Community Through Every Storm and Sunny Day
In light of the recent challenges brought by Hurricane Helene, the resilience and strength of the Givens community have truly shone through. Givens Home First played a vital role in supporting individuals during the storm, providing everything from meal deliveries and medication pickups to wellness checks and pet care. Now, Givens Home First is expanding […]
Water Safety Post Hurricane Helene
In light of recent health advisories, we want to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. Use Bottled Water Drinking and Cooking: We recommend using bottled water for drinking, cooking, and brushing your teeth. Washing Produce: Please wash all fruits and vegetables only with boiled water or bottled water until further notice. Protect Open […]
Resilience in the Face of Hurricane Helene
The past few weeks have tested us in unimaginable ways. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our Western North Carolina community was deeply impacted—facing power outages, water shortages, limited resources, and widespread disruption. Yet, through it all, I’ve witnessed something truly remarkable: the unwavering dedication and compassion of the Givens Home First team and every […]
How to Support The Givens Staff Who Need It
Dear Friends, I hope this message finds you well. I truly appreciate the outpouring of well wishes and the many offers to help. Hurricane Helene has caused widespread devastation, displacing families, damaging homes, and disrupting essential services. Thankfully, we at Givens Communities are holding up, though we face weeks without water, and have seen significant […]
New Support Group: Caregiving with L.O.V.E.
(Listen, Observe, Validate, Engage) Fourth Tuesdays of Each Month 9:30am – 10:30am, Maple Room at Givens Highland Farms Starting: September 24, 2024 Caregiving is among the most honorable and important jobs a human being can do. It’s also among the hardest. Whether one has chosen caregiving as a profession or has found themselves as primary […]
